Galanthus 'Faringdon Double'
snowdrop
- Bulbous plant
- 20-30 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Very hardy
One of the earliest flowering double snowdrops. Blooms often at Christmas, with beautiful large flowers. Found by David and Ruby Baker.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 20 - 30 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | February - March |
| Flower colour | White, Green |
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Light, Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Galanthus 'Faringdon Double' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Galanthus |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Common names |
NL: sneeuwklokje EN: snowdrop FR: perce neige DE: schneeglocken |
| Origin | Hybrid |
